Imagine a world where dreams ignite change and unity transforms societies. Patti Smith's powerful anthem is an inspiring call to action, reminding us that ordinary people possess extraordinary power. Through vivid imagery of shining valleys and peaceful coexistence, the song envisions a utopia where harmony prevails and conflicts dissolve. Smith emphasizes that collective dreams can reshape reality, empowering us to reclaim the world from those who misuse it. The recurring mantra, "People have the power," serves as both a rallying cry and a reminder of our inherent strength. This song encourages us to believe in our collective potential to create positive change and build a better future together.
People Have the Power
Lyrics
I was dreaming in my dreaming
Of an aspect bright and fair
And my sleeping it was broken
But my dream it lingered near
In the form of shining valleys
Where the pure air recognized
And my senses newly opened
I awakened to the cry
That the people have the power
To redeem the work of fools
From the meek the graces shower
It's decreed the people rule
People have the power
People have the power
People have the power
People have the power
Vengeful aspects became suspect
And bending low as if to hear
And the armies ceased advancing
Because the people had their ear
And the shepherds and the soldiers
And they lay among the stars
Exchanging visions
And laying arms
To waste in the dust
In the form of shining valleys
Where the pure air recognized
And my senses newly opened
I awakened to the cry
People have the power
People have the power
People have the power
People have the power
Where there were deserts
I saw fountains
Like cream the waters rise
And we strolled there together
With none to laugh or criticize
And the leopard
And the lamb
Lay together truly bound
I was hoping in my hoping
To recall what I had found
I was dreaming in my dreaming
God knows a purer view
As I lay down to my sleeping
I commit my dream to you
People have the power
People have the power
People have the power
People have the power
The power to dream to rule
To wrestle the earth from fools
It's decreed the people rule
It's decreed the people rule
I believe everything we dream
Can come to pass through our union
We can turn the world around
We can turn the earth's revolution
We have the power
People have the power
People have the power
People have the power
The power to dream to rule
To wrestle the earth from fools
It's decreed the people rule
It's decreed the people rule
We have the power
We have the power
The people have the power
We have the power
Writer(s): FRED SMITH, PATTI SMITH
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Royalty Network
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